Nemours Reflecting Pool Restoration

Opened to the public in 1977, the Nemours Estate is home to the one-acre reflecting pool, which was restored to its original glory during this project.

Project Stats

  • Owner
    Nemours Foundation
  • Location
    Wilmington, DE
  • Project Type
    CM w/ a GMP
  • Design Professional
    Robinson Anderson Summers & Materials Conservation Co.
  • Market
    Cultural
  • Square Footage
    43,560

The Nemours Reflecting Pool project included a renovation to the pool basin, fountain, and surrounding sculptures and stonework. The fountain features were restored to their original glory, while a new basin and updated pumps/piping allow the fountain system to operate more efficiently. All existing stonework was restored on-site and treated to better withstand exposure to the natural elements. The one-acre reflecting pool, located at the historic Nemours Estate in Wilmington, DE, has 157 jets and holds 800,000 gallons of water.

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